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S.312: SKILLS Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 29, 2015
- Latest Major Action Jan. 29, 2015
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (2 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act or the SKILLS Act Amends part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) to require the inclusion of effective school library programs in school improvement programs. Defines an "effective school library program" as one that: (1) is staffed by a state sanctioned school librarian; (2) has up-to-date materials and technology, including broadband; (3)...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Jan. 29, 2015 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S656)
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Jan. 29, 2015 |
Introduced in the Senate by Jack Reed (D-R.I.) |